Jabra Supreme UC Review

By George Harding

Communications methodologies today are many. This product is a Bluetooth-enabled headset that fits comfortably on your ear. It has the advantage that it is a hands-free device for phone calls.

The headset market has matured considerably since their beginnings. They are smaller, more efficient and more comfortable. Something to consider, as well, is that this device looks attractive, in contrast to some that look like a beetle in your ear!

Setup is remarkably easy. The first step is to charge it. The internal battery takes about 2 hours to fully charge, but it can be done either from your computer or from a wall socket. The kit comes with a USB cable and one with a wall socket connector.

Once charged, the next step is to pair it with a phone. You simply use the settings menu in your phone to turn Bluetooth on, then search for the Jabra device. Once the Jabra is found, it will automatically pair with the phone.

The kit comes with a new type of connector, which the company calls Jabra Link 360. It fits into a USB slot on your computer or laptop and can be used to connect with the headset for Internet calls.

There are other important features of the Supreme. It includes active noise cancellation technology, which allows you to hear your conversation even when surrounding noises would otherwise interrupt.

It also includes audio enhancement technology, which gives you incredible sound quality for both you and the person to whom you are talking.

There are three controls on the Supreme. One is the flip-boom arm. It swings up or down, turning the Supreme off or on. No buttons to push!

The second is the call answer/end button, which is relatively large and is on the side of the Supreme. No problem answering a call or ending it.

Third is the volume control, one for increase, another for decrease. These aren’t quite as easy to use as the flip-boom arm, but aren’t needed often.

There is a fourth control, but it is only to give command to the Supreme, to pair with a device, for example. You can also use it to check the battery level.

This is a well-engineered product which is very easy to set up and use.

Jabra SupremeUC                    www.jabra.com/supreme          MSRP $149